Families Sussex Coast Issue 32 Nov - Dec 2013

Issue 32: November/December 2013

FREE Brighton, Eastbourne, Worthing, Lewes, Littlehampton and everywhere in between!

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Christmas Special

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Welcome

Welcome Seasons Greetings!

Where has this year gone?

It is incredible that Christmas is nearly upon us once again, and don’t we just know it!

The shops are already filling up with seasonal treats, and the adverts for the latest toys are all over the TV. My three boys are very excited, especially when they are informing at regular intervals exactly what they want for Christmas. If that is the case in your home too, please take time to look at our fabulous gift guide. Also, no Christmas issue is complete without your guide to finding Santa here in Sussex. To create some amazing family memories, please check out our What’s on guide.

Please take a good look at the Sussex Family Fair feature, as a taster to all that is going on there – please come along and join me for a great family day out. Once again, Sea Life Brighton have given us a fabulous reader offer, so please find and use your exclusive 50% off voucher.

I hope you have a wonderful Christmas, and cherish your family time together.

Merry Christmas!

Vicki

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What’s inside

News - What is happening in Sussex Competitions - Your chance to win prizes from Spring Barn Farm, Funky Lunch & Christmas Pantos

Fab days out and money off! - Top days out

reviewed and your voucher for 50% off at Sea Life Brighton.

Christmas Makes and Bakes- Seasonal activities to keep the kids happy over Christmas

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Christmas Gift guide - This year we are focusing

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The History of Pantomime - A look at some

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on gifts to get the kids active, plus more.

of the traditions behind the Christmas Panto.

The wonderful build up to Christmas

Special focus on Sussex Family Christmas Fair, an event not to be missed!

What’s on - Your guide to family fun in Sussex including seasonal treats and where to meet Santa

Families Sussex Coast covers: Brighton, Hove, Eastbourne, Worthing, Lewes, Burgess Hill, Hassocks,East Preston, Rustington,Littlehampton and everywhere in between.

Next Issue Jan / Feb: Advertising and editorial deadline is 31st November 2013.

You can contribute to Families Sussex Coast through advertising, editorial and our whats on pages. Contact Families Sussex Coast

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Little Peeps

Entertainment provide qualified and

professional staff to entertain the little ones. Little Peeps specialise in wedding and event mobile crèches and children’s parties for all occasions. We know how stressful your special day can be so let us take care of the little guests.

All we need is a room at your chosen venue for us to transform into a fun area to keep the children happy with full supervision for any period of time throughout your day. From baby corners to consoles for older children or maybe even a party for the children while the adults enjoy the reception. We also offer children’s parties for all occasions, covering a wide range of themes e.g. princess & pirate, superheroes, Disney, and many more. We provide face painting, balloon modelling, party games, pamper parties, the list is endless.

Why not try one of our new photo shoot parties? or have your child’s favourite character arrive at the party and present the cake to them?

Decorations, party bags and cakes can be supplied as a whole party package. Book a party in November and we will provide a free birthday cake!

We also specialise in parties for children with additional needs. Christmas is soon approaching so Santa and his elves will be at all Christmas parties booked. Help Santa wrap the presents, decorate the cookies, play the Christmas tree freeze party with the elves and get into the Xmas spirit with Little Peeps!

See www.littlepeepsentertainment.co.uk for more details

Music Bugs Eastbourne preschool classes to launch in October

Music Bugs sensory music and singing classes for children aged Newborn to 4 years of age have arrived in Eastbourne and the surrounding area.

Much more than a musical experience, classes focus on encouraging children to develop and grow in a gently structured and play-based environment and support key areas of development including language development, early numeracy skills, social skills and physical development.

During a typical 40 minute session, you can expect lots of songs, knee bouncers, finger play rhymes, nursery rhymes, action songs, sharing songs and silly songs. Using a fantastic variety of interactive and fun props, children are encouraged to play with puppets, pom-poms, scarves, rhythm sticks, parachutes, balls, bubbles, percussion instruments and hobby horses. Classes launch from October onwards at the following venues: Saltdean Community Centre, Saltdean.

Tuesday 10 a.m. (mixed age group) and 11 a.m. (6-24 mths).

Clinton Centre, Seaford. Wednesday 10 a.m. (mixed age group) and 11 a.m. (6-24 mths).

Broadway United Church Centre, Hampden Park, Eastbourne. Thursday 10 a.m. (mixed age group) and 11 a.m. (6-24 mths).

For further details and to reserve your space for the new term, contact Kelly Haigh on 0844-822-1174 or via email at kelly@musicbugs.co.uk Pre booked free taster sessions & birthday party packages are also available.

Vive La Différence !!!

In a multi-language family, it takes real determination and discipline for one parent to speak only French to a child who will only answer in English, but this has been proven to be the most efficient method of developing a second language.

‘Les Franglophones’

help children with some French speaking background to develop their language. Now with the support of the French Embassy learning program, there are weekly classes for children over 4 in Brighton, Hove, Lewes and Haywards Heath. Les Bidous, the Baby and parent play group meets in Patcham.

“From the moment we went to the Bidous, the girls understood that there were other children and parents speaking like Mummy. I became ‘Maman’ to them”, says Sandrine, mum of 2.

“Attending the lessons has made such a big difference for Uma and how she can communicate with her French family. She’s just so much happier and relaxed trying to speak French.”,Christina Mum of one.

For more information, visit our website

www.lesfranglophones.co.uk Team Les Franglophones

“HELLO KITTY SECRET GARDEN” to launch at Drusillas

At the start of September

Made and Making

opened their new premises in the village of Ditchling, East Sussex. Running friendly and relaxed sewing and craft workshops they have found the perfect venue. As part of a small gathering of craft units there is ample parking and the tranquil surroundings make the perfect setting. Step inside The Workroom though and your eyes will treated to a colourful array of projects and samples to inspire. Workshops include sewing,crochet,needle felting, china decoration and more. Children’s workshops run during most school holidays covering a wide variety of sewing machine based projects. The Workroom is now also used as a venue for Made and Making parties, which cover all ages.Recent parties have included a hen party, 40th birthday party and an informal gathering of friends just wishing to have a crafty evening. Not forgetting a recent child’s party where hand sewn hamsters were the project of the day.

Made and Making challenge you to pop by and not be inspired to start crafting.

Drusillas Park has recently completed a deal with Japanese company Sanrio and will be launching a brand new attraction in Spring 2014 to be known as

Hello Kitty Secret Garden.

The Hello Kitty attraction will become a permanent addition to the well known zoo park in Alfriston, East Sussex and will be the first of its kind in the UK. With an English garden setting, three rides including a Hello Kitty car ride, a tea cup ride and a “reach for the sky” hopper ride, the attraction will excite Hello Kitty fans of all ages. A Hello Kitty bedroom and beauty parlour, as well as regular meet and greet event days over holiday periods,will also be included in the project.

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AT THE BRIGHTON CENTRE 22ND JANUARY TO 2ND FEBRUARY 2014

Robin Cousins’ brand new show ICE is set to wow audiences at The Brighton Centre from 22nd Jan to 2nd Feb 2014.

Olympic champion and head judge on ITV’s Dancing on Ice, Robin Cousins has hand-picked the greatest ice skaters from around the globe to bring his incredible new production to life.

Dynamic and atmospheric, ICE will draw you into its unique world, where world class skaters glide, soar, flip and fly in a truly theatrical setting. ICE features a powerful soundtrack of original music and reworked modern classics designed to delight and enthrall. Robin Cousins’ ICE redefines ice skating for a new generation with a spectacular show the like of which UK theatres have not seen in 30 years!

Robin Cousins said today “I am very excited to bring the daring and dazzling world of figure skating back into an intimate theatrical setting. Both of my previous shows, ‘Electric Ice’ and ‘Ice Majesty’ were created in the UK and I’m very proud that the World Premiere of ROBIN COUSINS’ ICE will happen here too.

The show is not an adaptation of a ballet, or borrowed from the world of musical theatre. There are no judges, just the audience. It is a show where the choreography is driven by the music, where the movement has room to breathe, and the skaters can let their blades do the talking. To be able to move like a skater is every dancer’s dream. To be motionless, yet travelling at great speed. Skaters are able to soar across the frozen stage in ways a dancer can only dream of doing.

I have been working ‘on ice’ for over 40 years, from my start in regional club competitions to World and Olympic Championships. Choreography and performance for film, television, theatre and award winning arena Ice productions. Every new project brings its own challenges and I relish the chance to try something new with tried and tested ideas. I’m always pushing myself in new directions”.

For more information or to book tickets visit www.brightoncentre.co.uk or call 0844 847 1515

Come and Meet Santa on the

Wey and Arun Canal

Meet Santa and his helpers as you cruise along the canal. Join in the festive songs and enjoy Mulled wine & mince pies for adults, fairy cakes and juice for children, all included in the ticket price. All under 12s receive a gift from Santa!

The boat departs from The Wharf next to the Onslow Arms on the B2133 in Loxwood (free car parking). The trips take 40 minutes and depart at event on 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December. Cruise times are 11.00am, 12.00pm and 2.00pm. Tickets cost just £9 each, and please book early to avoid delay. Contact 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk for more details plus information on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day cruises visit www.weyandarun.co.uk/tripboats

Why PSSA Youth Theatre Group is such a huge hit with the locals…

The lights, the costumes, the performance, the rapturous applause... it’s a moment that every young child and teenager should experience!

Every young performer has their own unique journey whilst rehearsing and learning techniques during the show process, is equally as important to the experience gained on stage on show week. They make friendships with local youngsters and by dancing, singing and acting their way through rehearsals, the cast members gain the self confidence to have fun and really let themselves go, Not only is the whole process fun, its affordable! There is a show fee of £38.50, but after that rehearsals are just £2 per hour.

After our successful staging of the Musical ‘Grease’, PSSA are delighted to announce their next theatrical production as Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. The cast members will be making their own puppets, learning to tap, sing and dance to the Broadway set of magical musical numbers, the cast members will be delighted by the amount of featured parts and roles in this show. So if your child is between 6 and 13 yrs old please come and get involved! Rehearsals are Thursdays 5 - 7 pm @ Happy Cell 121-123 Davigdor Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 1RE. For more information check out our website www.pssa.co.uk Tel: 08000 827 828 Email: info@pssa.co.uk

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Spring Barn Farm

is the perfect family day out, just one mile from Lewes or a short drive from Brighton.

The Farm Park attraction, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, is open year round with lots of seasonal activities and so much to see and do. And of course, there are all kinds of farmyard favourites waiting to meet you - so arrive early to fit in plenty of ‘Meet the Animals’ sessions!

For fun whatever the weather, visit the fantastic Cocky’s Indoor Play with wave, tube and mega drop slides, young ride-on tractor drivers course and Little Chicky’s soft play area for under 5’s…

Enjoy delicious home-cooked food by the fireside in the Farmhouse Kitchen restaurant (full menu also available in the Farm Park), visit the Farm Shop for festive foodie treats, and the fabulous Christmas Shop for beautiful decorations and gifts. There’s something for everyone this winter, at Spring Barn Farm!

Lots more information and prices at: www.springbarnfarm.com WIN a Family Day Pass for 4 to Spring Barn Farm Park – simply answer the following question by email to editor@familiessussexcoast.co.uk before 30th Novemebr

What is Spring Barn Farm’s soft play for under 5’s called?

Gardening guru Charlie Dimmock leads the cast of at Worthing’s Connaught Theatre (December 6 - January 4)

where she is joined by Heart Breakfast’s Tom and Jack to tell the traditional pantomime story of a boy who sells his family cow for beans. As the giant beanstalk stretches into the skies Charlie, as Fairy Organic, must battle the giant and his evil sidekick. There will also be traditional ghost gags and plenty of sing-along songs when dotty Dame Trott invites the audience to join the yuletide frolics.

Meanwhile Christmas could be cancelled if TV and West End star Claire Sweeney as the wicked Ice Queen gets her wish in the dazzling production of

Santa Claus The Musical at Worthing’s Pavilion Theatre

(December 11 – January 5). Packed with beloved Christmas hits the feel-good show transforms the theatre into a winter wonderland complete with Santa, Jack Frost and a cast of dancing penguins, polar bears and singing crows.

For the chance to win one of two family tickets to Jack and the Beanstalk on Monday December 9 or Santa Claus the Musical on Friday December 13, both at 7.30pm simply answer this question correctly:

What is Santa’s traditional greeting? a) b) c)

Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne 13 December – 12 January 2014

Let the Genie grant your wish and join Eastbourne Theatres for another magical pantomime. Widow Twankey wants a husband, evil Abanazaar wants the magic lamp, Aladdin wants adventure and Wishee-Washee wants a clean vest – can the Genie grant their wishes?

It promises you a show jam-packed with all of the essential pantomime ingredients plus top class live music, a fabulous cast, dazzling sets and a magic carpet ride through a spectacular adventure!

Starring Shaun Williamson of EastEnders and Extras fame, gather your family and catch Aladdin at Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne from 13 December 2013-12 January 2014. Book now on 01323 412000 or online at www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk To win 2 tickets to the 2pm performance on Tuesday 17th December just email your answer to the following question to: theatrespressoffice@eastbourne.gov.uk with your name and full address by noon on 2nd December:

What was the name of Shaun Williamson’s character in Eastenders? a) b) c)

Barry Evans Evan Barries Barry Jones

This competition is not open to employees of East Sussex or Eastbourne Borough Council. Previously purchased tickets cannot be refunded. Winner will be chosen at random.

Tickets cannot be exchanged for other performances.

Locally founded FunkyLunch have teamed up with Families Sussex Coast to offer their two brilliant (and highly recommended) award winning books. Funky Lunch is passionate about creating a fun educational brand that encourages children to eat healthy and enjoy what they eat.

For more information about Funky lunch, including details on Creative Food Workshops, birthday kits and parties go to www.funkylunch.com For your chance to win both Funky Lunch and Funky Party answer the following question.

editor@familiessussexcoast.co.uk

Ha Ha Ha! Hee Hee Hee! Ho Ho Ho!

Send your answer, name and daytime telephone number to Families Christmas Competition, Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing. BN11 3PX or competitions@adur-worthing.gov.uk with ‘Families Christmas Competition’ in the subject line. Entries must be received by Monday November 25.

Win the chance to win a family ticket the brand new 4D Christmas at

Squire’s

Hosted by our playful elves, this show-stopper is much more than a grotto, the experience brings to life the magic of Christmas through 3D cinema with special effects!

You and your children can experience the antics of Boris the Dog in his Christmas adventure, ‘Boris in the winter forest’. This stunning 3D film, also features a number of special effects, turning the magic of Christmas into an extra sensory experience! After the film our playful elves will give the children a rare chance to visit Santa inside his magical toy workshop and even receive an early Christmas present too!

Our 4D experience, which is enjoyable for the whole family, opens on Saturday 16th November and runs through until Christmas Eve. Tickets are on sale now and booking is essential to ensure you don’t miss out on this magical Christmas treat. Visit between 16th November and 15th December for just £7 per child (£8 18-24 Dec £3 Adult) with 10% discount on bookings of 10 or more.

For your chance to open the brand new 4D Christmas experience at Squires please send Families Sussex Coast the reason why you would like to be chosen (no more than 100 words), plus your name and address to editor@familiessussexcoast.co.uk before 10th November

Which of these are not offered by Funky Lunch? a. Creative Food Workshops b. Parties c. Makeover

Email the correct answer plus your name and address to editor@familiessussexcoast.co.uk before 30th November.

For more information about Funky Lunch please go to www.funkylunch.com

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Review Brighton Sea Life Centre by Jen Brammer

As luck would have it, we planned to visit the Sea Life Centre on the rainiest day this summer! I’ve never been before and there was a big group of us, three adults and six children from 5 - 12 years old. You do need to be prepared to queue for a little while, but it is worth the wait.

On entering the main room, it wasn’t only the five year olds who were excited with the rainbow lighting and dark surroundings. The variety or sea mammals, creatures, crustaceans was impressive, considering the size of the space.

It was great to see so many unusual sea creatures from leopard Morays, to Giant Japanese spider crabs. You could easily spend a couple of hours seeing, and most impressively touching starfish for example, something we’d never done before - fantastic.

I would urge everyone with Primary age children to get the Dive Log Book on the way in , as it takes you through the entire experience, and makes sure you don’t miss out on seeing anything. `the kids just love getting their books stamped and finishing the whole trail off to win their prize at the end. The questions were fun, and as a group the kids enjoyed finding the answers together.

There are also lots of talks and shows going on in the auditorium - so don’t miss out on that, I made sure we went to see the turtles being fed, and if you’re lucky you may end up throwing a lettuce leaf or two. But it’s not all about Loggerhead Turtles and Short Snout Seahorses (my personal favourites) don’t miss out on the Octopus Garden, to see a huge range of eight legged molluscs.

The Sea Life Centre in Brighton is easy to find, just at the foot of the pier - and a great way to while away the day. Don’t forget, once you’re in, you can go in and out all day, which really adds value to your visit.You can plan your day and your visit here

www.visitsealife.com/brighton/plan-your-visit/

Go Ape Review

by Mary Greening My boys and I have just experienced a fab tree top adventure at Tilgate Park in Crawley.

It is great to have a junior Go Ape circuit available in Sussex where our little monkeys can explore the tree tops!

The Go Ape Junior has been up and running for about four months now and on arrival at the log cabin, we were met with an enthusiastic, young, happy team who were ready to help and encourage any little explorers.

My older boy of 7yrs can be quite nervous of heights and my youngest of 4yrs is just 1cm over the minimum height required of 1 metre. Obviously, I went on with them like the filling in a sandwich! All of us were excited to give it a go. There are two levels to the junior circuit. We ventured around the first level circuit quite well with my 7yr old seeming quite unperturbed that he was so high up. As for the little legs of my 4 year old, whilst fairly fearless, (as second siblings usually are!) he did struggle to stretch his legs to reach one part of the course. Hence to say an adult required. Both level one and two circuits end in a great zip wire ride and once everyone had landed safely to the ground again we all felt exhilarated. I would simply say, have a go at this monkey business it’s great fun!

Tips of the day

It is £3.00 for the car park - change only accepted. Book online, they are busy, but well organised.

This saves turning up and being disappointed.

There is Adult Go Ape adventure also.

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8 Christmas Makes & Bakes

Funky Lunch

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Little Peeps Entertainment Wedding mobile creche and themed children’s parties.

Fully insured mobile creche service for all events

We will turn any room into a safe happy child friendly environment to entertain your little ones for as long as you need us.

Qualified staff

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10 Christmas Gift Guide

Active Christmas Gift Guide Outdoor play and exposure to nature is one of the best and most effective ways to educate children about the world around them and encourage environmental awareness.

Getting children active outdoors is also vital for their health and physical development as well as helping them to improve their sensory, cognitive and social skills.

Despite the weather, the winter months provide a surprisingly wide range of fun and exciting outdoor learning opportunities for your children.

1 Chicco Red Bullet Balance Bike

4 Happy Hopperz

Hours of indoor fun on the crazy Blue Bull!

Suitable from 12 mth £24.99

www.kiddicare.com

5 Multi Sports Set. Set contains kit to play cricket, football, rounders/baseball, frisbee and beach tennis so there is something here for all tastes, skills and weather conditions! £60 wwwthegreat giftcompany.com

To quickly learn to get the balance, a must-have for any child from 3 years, £34.99 from www.Kiddicare.com

6 The Beano Chopper

2 Paper Planes

Learn to make 10 different paper planes then fly them in the park! From 7 years, £4.99, from www.galttoys.com and toy shops.

Covered front-to-back in classic Beano imagery and features black and red grips, seat and back pads just how Dennis and the gang would want it. £300, from Raleigh stockists.

3 Tricycle

Provides plenty of fun for the youngest children whilst developing their motor skills. £69.99 Manufactured for Galt by Winther

www.galttoyscom

Please go online for gift reviews and competitions www.familiessussexcoast.co.uk

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Bizzy Bitz!

The toy that was created for the 21st century!

With a simple ball and socket system and a phenomenal patented internal socket, Bizzy Bitz is set to capture the world with its infinite possibilities.

With brightly coloured pieces and a wide variety of shapes, children of all ages and stages can create absolutely anything with Bizzy Bitz.

Cool, addictive, educational and fun, Bizzy Bitz is a must for every family.

Bizzy Bitz is the only toy in the world which with only its basic shapes (no custom made pieces), can create accurate models of absolutely anything and everything. This has the additional advantage that if a piece goes missing you can always build hundreds of things from your remaining pieces.We have seen children as young as 3 years old making cars, necklaces andlittle people, whilst especially enjoying the Bizzy Bitzbaseboard. Kids as old as 13 have created detailed worker lorries, aeroplanes, clocks and exquisite candelabras. What will YOUR child make of it?

Different boxes available suiting the various age groups, with prices ranging from Bizzy Bitz!

Guaranteed to keep yourchildren busy!

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Visit our website at www.bizzy-bitz.com WIN a super maxi 850 piece box of Bizzy Bitz!

To enter this online competition go to

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and click the“competitions’ link. The competition will be open online from 4th November until 2nd December.

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The history of the panto Festive fun By Allison Thomas, Families Chiltern

Magical adventures, intelligent animals, boys who are really girls and women who are really men…It must be the pantomime season again. Rebecca James takes a look at some of the weird and wonderful traditions behind the Christmas panto.

Where did it all start?

The British Christmas panto has mopped up all sorts of different influences along the way, but it can mainly be traced back to the old 16th-century Italian commedia dell’ arte tradition, a populist kind of travelling theatre performed by wandering actors. Because of language and communication problems, these shows increasingly focused on physical acting, slapstick, comedy and funny costumes – a style which would also later develop in Britain into entertainments as diverse as Punch and Judy shows and Victorian Music Hall.

Comic theatrical presentations featuring commedia dell’ arte characters like Harlequin, Clown and Pulcinella became popular across Europe.

The first use of the word ‘pantomime’ was in the Harlequin-inspired ‘ballet-pantomime’, The Loves of Mars and Venus, staged at Lincoln Inn Field Theatre in London in 1717. The first ‘modern’ pantomime dates back to 1773, when the Theatre Royal in Drury Lane presented Jack the Giant Killers, followed within the next three decades by Robinson Crusoe, Aladdin, Babes in the Wood and Cinderella.

Cross-dressing It was the famous 19th-century clown, Joseph Grimaldi, who pioneered the tradition of the Pantomime Dame, or an old woman played by a male comedian – Grimaldi’s roles included Queen Rondabellyana in Harlequin and the Red Dwarf and Dame Cecily Suet in Harlequin Whittington (the mind boggles). The Pantomime Dame is often the hero’s mother, for example Widow Twankey in Aladdin or Dame Trott in Jack and the Beanstalk. The Ugly Sisters were first played by men in 1860, at the Royal Strand Theatre, London. The Ugly Sisters differ from the Dame in that they have to be funny and the villains at the same time. Further cross-dressing was introduced into panto around the 1880s, with the introduction of the ‘Principal Boy’, played by a girl. The public demand to see comely young ladies tackling the roles of Jack, Dick Whittington, Aladdin etc is very easily explained. In an era when ladies were corseted and crinolined almost into invisibility, and in which even the legs of pianos were covered in drapes for modesty’s sake, the sight of an attractive young female clad in calf -hugging tights was always guaranteed to swell box-office figures.

Animal magic

As the 19th century progressed, the subjects of pantomime shifted to fairy tales, with interludes of juggling and acrobatics, providing wholesome entertainment for children, while panto performances also became particularly associated with (and limited to) the Christmas season.

The Victorian era also saw the increasing importance of animal roles in pantos. Famous panto animals include Jack’s cow, Aladdin’s camel and Dick Whittington’s cat, not to mention Priscilla the Goose and Puss in Boots – many actors have specialized in these so-called ‘skin parts’, and skilled animal impersonators can achieve their own cult status, such as Australia’s Radish the Pantomime Horse, believed to be the world’s only line-dancing panto nag.

Top of the bill

No modern Christmas panto would be complete without its ‘celebrity’ guest star, usually a soap star, comedian, TV presenter or retired sportsperson, to top the bill – a tradition which dates back to the great 19th-century impressario Augustus Harris, who would regularly hire stellar contemporary artistes for his Drury Lane panto performances.

Audience participation and double entendre

In no other show are the audience expected to join in quite as much as in a panto. The villian must always be booed and hissed everytime they appear on stage; when the villain is creeping around or up behind the hero, the audience must warn them by shouting ‘He’s Behind You!’; and then, of course, if a character tells a fib or gets something wrong the audience are expected to respond with cries of ‘ Oh no if he isn’t,’ or ‘oh yes he is!’. There’s often a song and usually towards the end of the show some children are invited up on stage to join in. There’s also lots of double entendre – more for the adults in the audience than the kids whose heads, in theory, it goes right over.

Modern pantomime

There’s no such thing really as ‘traditional’ pantomime. The whole point of the genre is that it’s constantly evolved and adapted throughout its history to keep up with changing public tastes. Panto provides an important source of income for many theatres and is also often the first – and potentially formative – experience young children have of the theatre. A rollicking Jack and the Beanstalk or Dick Whittington could have them coming back to the theatre for years to come. Which is why pantomime is still just as relevant today as it ever has been. Oh yes it is…

Did you know? To this day, evil panto characters enter the stage from

the left, and goodies from stage right, echoing a commedia dell’ arte tradition which always placed the entrances to heaven and hell on these respective sides of the stage.

Did you know? The expression ‘slapstick’ is another commedia dell’ arte legacy. Harlequin used to carry around a wooden sword-cum-wand which could be used to make a slapping sound when he ‘hit’ people.

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A fun filled day awaits you at the Sussex Family Christmas Fair Extravaganza on Saturday 30th November 2013 at the Charmandean Centre, Forest Road Worthing West Sussex. www.smallprint.com/cathjurkovic

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As you browse and shop with over 60 fantastic gift, wine and food stalls. The little ones will have a Santa’s Grotto, kids craft workshop and a free fun physical movement sessions by Activ8 for kids to keep them entertained. Grab some tasty treats at the food stalls and enjoy a glass of mulled wine.

Meet some of our amazing shopping stalls and find something for all the family!

A5 and A7 limited edition Notepads and Notebooks by Anne Philips. Christmas gifts by Boutique style jewellery and accessories range by Stella& Dot. Hand www.stelladot.co.uk/hollystone knitted garments and booties for babies and young children by Kiddie Knits by Nikki. Professional family portraits by Barrett and Co. Partylite candle fragrance oils and home accessories. Avon cosmetics, natural health products by Forever Living Products. Pocket money toys by Happy Pickles. Bath bombs and room fragrances by Scentsations. Canvas & CD clocks, canvas bags, framed photos, photo cards, fridge magnets by Picture That Image. 925 Silver sterling jewellery

by Benirockshop. Magnetic Jewellery by Energetix and bespoke handmade jewellery by Just love jewellery. Beautiful hand stitched bunting, cushions, hanging hearts and hanging birds, aprons, gifts by In Stitches. Luxury fur items, pashmina type scarves and Christmas gift packs containing make up bags, socks www.magneticsynergy.co.uk and scarves by Trading Memories.

Food and drink gifts stalls www.brionysbakes.co.uk

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Newhaven 17th Nov – 23rd Dec Visit Santa’s winter Wonderland Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum Ringmer Every weekend and in the school holidays come and visit Santa’s Grotto and receive a special gift

Royal Pavilion

Brighton Father Christmas returns to the truly extravagant Royal Pavilion for a traditional treat for all the family. Book in advance only.

Churchill Square

Brighton Children will be able to visit Santa’s Grotto throughout December.

Bodiam castle

Nr Robertsbridge Explore the castle grounds and meet Father Christmas in his Medieval Grotto, where all children receive a gift.

Booking advisable

Razzle Dazzle Cupcakes, Brionys Cakes, Candy Flower Trees by Sweet Blooms, The strand bakery, Candy floss express, Wine tasting evenings by Vicomte Bernard De Romanet, Cookie Crumbles and Anns Cakes for occasions.

Find an amazing gift this Christmas at the Sussex Family Christmas Fair Extravaganza

Amberley Museum

Nr Arundel Santa’s Polar Adventure – Ride on a real vintage steam train to a themed grotto to meet Santa himself

Wey and Arun Canal

Loxwood Santa Cruises on our festive canal.

Meet Santa as he comes aboard with his sack of presents. Trips depart from behind the Onslow Arms on the B2133 at Loxwood

WWT Wetlands Centre

Arundel Sail to Santa. Board a boat to glide through the reedbeds to see Santa in the rustic Holt building to receive a gift Santa’s Christmas Cottage

Drusillas

Alfriston 14th – 23rd December Visit Santa and his elves hard at work making all the presents. His cosy cottage is crammed full of toys that the elves have built and for a small additional charge, children can meet Santa and receive an early Christmas gift.

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Knockhatch Adventure Park 14th & 15th Dec, 21st-23rd Dec, 10.00am – 5.30pm Come and meet Santa in his grotto at Knockhatch Adventure Park. Come rain or shine; enjoy a fun and action-packed family visit to Knockhatch Adventure Park. The Park offers a wide range of activities, including Froggies - our massive indoor soft play area, a large adventure playground, a boating lake, jumping pillows, demon drop slide, go - karts and a children’s farm to name but a few!

Children gliding across an ice rink or sliding down a toboggan run with flushed winter cheeks. A magical winding pathway, with an array of twinkling lights, guides you towards a cosy log fire in Father Christmas’s festive grotto...sound exciting? Well this is only a small part of the spectacular experience that awaits you this December at Fishers Adventure Farm Park’s The Magic of Christmas’.

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Worthing Lions Christmas Grotto Guildbourne Centre, Worthing 7th, 14th & 21st December Lions Christmas Special with Santa in Worthing Town Centre

The Magic of Christmas

Fishers Farm Park From 7th December Imagine walking through a sparkling winter wonderland, the warm scent of mulled wine dancing on the air, a soft lull of those classic Christmas carols and sleigh bells gently ringing.

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What’s On Theatre

Russian State Ballet & Opera House: The Nutcracker

Congress Theatre, Eastbourne 2nd December, 7.30pm The Premiere of The Nutcracker transforms the classical ballet into a fairy-tale.

Featuring timeless score from incredible composer Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky, Nutcracker is a certified Russian classic, replete with evocative music and beautiful dance. This ballet has captured the imagination of many generations over the years and continues to attract audiences worldwide, full of mystery and romance.

Russian State Ballet & Opera House: Swan Lake

Congress Theatre, Eastbourne 3rd December, 7.30pm The Premieres of Swan Lake transforms the classical ballet into a fairy-tale. Featuring timeless score from incredible composer Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky, Swan Lake is a certified Russian classic, replete with evocative music and beautiful dance.This ballet has captured the imagination of many generations over the years and continues to attract audiences worldwide, full of mystery and romance.

Russian State Ballet & Opera House: Romeo & Juliet

Congress Theatre, Eastbourne 4th December, 7.30pm Romeo and Juliet is probably the world’s best known love story. William Shakespeare’s story of Romeo and Juliet was one of the first works of literature to inspire ballet choreographers, so perfectly suited to dance are its drama, romance and tragedy.

Jack and The Beanstalk

Connaught Theatre, Worthing 6th December – 4th January Starring Chrlie Dimmock and Tom and Jack from Heart FM. Fairy Organic (Dimmock) transports you to the village of Sunnyvale, where Giant Blunderbore and his nasty sidekick Fleshcreep are terrorising the villagers. Will Jack save the day? Find out in this traditional pantomime.

Santa Claus the Musical

Pavilion Theatre, Worthing 11th December – 5th January Staring Claire Sweeney. Santa and his chief elf must save the day when Jack Frost and the wicked Ice Queen try to cancel Christmas. Dancing penguins, prancing polar bears and chorusing crows join the adventure in this Christmas musical for all the family.

Aladdin

Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne 13th December – 12th January (various times) A story full of East-bourne promise! Join the Eastbourne Theatres creative team for a fun-filled family pantomime extravaganza.With all your favourite characters including Wishee Washee, Widow Twankey, Princess So-Shi and the fabulous Genie of the Lamp, bring all your family along to enjoy this Geni-us show!

Scrooge

Brighton Centre, Kings Road 23rd December – 4th January (various times) Don’t miss Tommy Steele as Ebenezer, along with a whole host of Dickensian characters in the award winning, international smash hit musical SCROOGE!The ideal winter treat, SCROOGE is a heart-warming family story with stunning sets and

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costumes, specially created illusions by magician Paul Kieve (acclaimed for the magic effects in the Harry Potter films) and a fantastic musical score which features the Oscar nominated hit ‘Thank You Very Much’.

Pinocchio

The Old Market, Hove 28th December – 2nd January Steve Tiplady, as Geppetto, uses the objects of a carpenter’s workshop to tell the tale of the puppet that wants to be a real boy, and the puppet-maker who wants to be a real father. Pinocchio is carved on stage, brushes become a fox and the shadow of two saws transforms into a giant shark. An element of improvisation makes each performance unique to its audience. Puppetry, shadows, illusion and especially composed music combine to create a show with something for all ages; it’s inventive, visually and verbally witty with a big heart.

Cinema

A Fun Film Party “A Muppets Christmas Carol”

Royal Hippodrome 14th Dec, 10.30am Join Henrietta Hippo and the Fun Film Party Gang as they introduce a children version of the Fun Film Party series. This time showing the film, “A Muppet Christmas Carol” starring Kermit, Miss Piggy and Sir Michael Cane in a must see Christmas film. Fun and frolics will ensue as this special show will truly signal the start of the Christmas holiday!

Museums Chilled to the Bone

Brighton Museum on-going until 18 Jan 2014 A new display at Brighton Museum explores ice age Sussex and discovers how past ice ages have shaped life. Also covers the Victorian ‘great bone rush’, an intensive search by scientists and gentleman collectors across Europe.

Events Open Evening

The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux 2nd November 6.30-11pm If weather permits, come and observe the universe through the centre’s historic telescopes. Also available are smaller, modern telescopes operated by a local astronomy society, who are always keen to answer questions about the cosmos. As with a daytime visit, all the hands-on science exhibits are available as usual, but bathed in red light so as not to interfere with night vision needed for astronomical observing. Normal admission prices apply. No booking is required. www.the-observatory.org

Lewes Bonfire

5th Nov The Lewes bonfire societies hold commemorative processions through the town’s crowded streets in an evening of drama, noise and boisterousness. Each society holds a separate bonfire and firework display some require advance tickets.

Worthing Lions Club Fireworks & Coles Fun Fair Worthing 5th November An evening of fun, entertainment, light and delight for all the family.

Open Evening

The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux 8th November 6.30-11pm Look out for shooting stars associated with the Taurids meteor shower and observe the universe through the centre’s giant historic telescopes (weather permit-

ting). Also available are smaller, modern telescopes operated by a local astronomy society, who are always keen to answer questions about the cosmos.

As with a daytime visit, all the hands-on science exhibits are available as usual, but bathed in red light so as not to interfere with night vision needed for astronomical observing. Normal admission prices apply.

No booking is required. www.the-observatory.org

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Lewes 9th November The Christmas shop opens

Brighton Christmas & Gift Fair

Brighton Racecourse 9th November, 10.00am – 5.00pm Deck the halls and buy something amazing this Christmas at the Brighton Christmas & Gift Fair. The perfect place to soak up the Christmas spirit and buy gorgeous gifts for your friends and family. Browse 100s of stands selling a vast selection of beautiful, affordable and unique gifts you simply won’t find on the high street. Exciting show features also include, Santa Grotto and face painting to keep the little ones entertained. You’ll find everything you need this Christmas at the Brighton Christmas & Gift Fair Spectacular! Tickets £4 on the door (£3 in advance visit our website ) Under 16s go free when accompanied by an adult

Royal Pavilion’s Ice Rink

Royal Pavilion, Brighton 9th November- 19th January Brighton’s Royal Pavilion ice rink is back for Christmas 2013. It promises to be as romantic and twinkly as ever. With the former Royal pleasure palace as backdrop, the 800 square metre rink has space for 250 skaters per session, offering seasonal fun and a unique and special Christmas experience.

Autumn Fair

St Richard’s Church Hall, Worthing 16th Nov, 10.00am – 12.00pm 2nd Goring Scout Group, 3rd Goring guides and St. Richard’s Church are holding an Autumn Fair.

Come along to the Autumn Fair to raise funds for the Scouts, Guides and local Church. The Fair will be held in the Church Hall at Collingwood Road, Worthing. There will be plenty of activities to do including a raffle, tombola, ‘Splat the rat’, ‘weigh the cake’ and refreshments (Tea, Coffee, Cakes, sausage and bacon butties). There will also be a competition between the Scouts and the Guides as to whose stall can raise the most funds with a forfeit for those who loose! Come along and support us!

Meet the Octonauts

Brighton Sea Life Centre 16th – 17th Nov Dive into action with Kwazii & Peso from the Octonauts, the team of undersea adventure heroes from CBeebies. Young fans of the TV show can meet Kwazii & Peso at the ray pool next to the café.

Christmas Fair

Michelham Priory 16th & 17th Nov Over 100 christmas stalls selling a wide variety of gifts, food and decorations. Santa’s grotto, children’s activities, decorations and Christmas music in this beautiful historic setting.

Adults £5.00. Seniors £4.00. Children / disabled £3.50.

Countdown to Christmas

Worthing 23rd November Time to start the Countdown to Christmas and the first opportunity to see Worthing’s Christmas Lights

Open Evening

The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux

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No booking is required. www.the-observatory.org

Pop-Up Pavilion Christmas Festival

Brighton Music Hall, Kings Road Arches 23rd & 24th Nov, 30th Nov & 1st Dec, 7th & 8th Dec, 14th & 15th Dec, 21st & 22nd Dec from 12.00pm The festival will feature live bands in the tipis, including Christmas favourites with a BBQ on the Saturdays and family style roasts on Sundays. There will be a Winter Warmer bar with mulled wines and ciders, roasted chestnuts, hot chocolates etc and of course Father Christmas will be in attendance in his retro ‘Raindrop’ caravan!! £2.50 per ticket.

Spring Barn Farm

Lewes 29th & 30th November Taste of Christmas celebration Food event in the Farm Shop

Spring Barn Farm

Lewes 30th November Santa arrives at the farm. Visit Santa in his stable 30th Nov/1st Dec, 7th/8th Dec, 14th-24th December daily.

Southwick Christmas Festival

their return. Discover the magic of an Edwardian Christmas with all the sights, sounds and scents.

Enjoy Christmas carols and Mummers performances on selected days .

Santa Fun Run & Walk

Harbour Reach Beaches 1st December The 5th annual Santa Fun Run & Walk takes place along Eastbourne Seafront on Sunday 2nd December 2012 in order to raise funds for The Myasthenia Gravis Association. Santa’s of all ages are seen “Jingling all the Way” along the 3 mile route from the Sovereign Centre to Holywell Tea Chalet where they are rewarded with a hot drink and a mince pie.

The Ditchling Preschool Christmas Fair

Ditchling Village Hall 1st December, 10.00am – 2.00pm There will be a variety of stalls offering Christmas gifts, homemade cakes, crafts, refreshments, a tombola, a raffle and much more. There will also be a fabulous Santa’s Grotto between 11am and 1pm with limited slots available, you should arrive early to avoid disappointment. Entrance to the fair is £1 per family (not including Santa’s Grotto). As we are a registered charity, we hope to raise lots of money for the pre-school, as well as providing an opportunity for everyone to get involved & have some Christmas fun.

The Beyond Beach Hut Advent Calendar 2013 Kingsway, Hove 1st -24th December, 5.30pm – 6.30pm The iconic ice-cream coloured doors of the beach huts lining the Hove esplanade take part in a live advent calendar throughout the countdown to Christmas. A different hut opens its doors on each evening of December, each showcasing an artistic festive surprise. www.beyondchurch.co.uk

30th Nov Including a Christmas Market. Buy great local food, gifts, crafts and support charity fundraisers.

Festive Music - Carol Singing. Children’s Rides and Sideshows.

Christmas Tree Festival

Sid & Scrat from Ice Age

Little Chelsea Christmas

Drusillas, Alfriston 30th November New for Drusillas Park in 2013, Sid and Scrat from Ice Age will be chilling out for one day only. Don’t miss the chance to meet the beloved duo as they greet visitors at intervals throughout the day.

Winter Wonderland Illuminations

Drusillas, Alfriston 30th November – 5th January Designed by Channel 4’s King of Christmas Lights, Paul Toole, the dazzling Winter Wonderland Illuminations start at 4:30pm daily and incorporate an animal themed light show synchronised to music.

Young revellers can expect to see a host of magical creatures in an ice-capped kingdom, adding some extra sparkle to the festive season.

Handmade Worthing’s FABULOUS FROST FAIR

The Old Palace, Worthing 30th November, 1.00pm - 4.30pm Free Entry. Lots of handmade loveliness, up cycled wonderfull-ness! Meet the “Handmade” artists and designer makers, peruse their gorgeous wares, Treat your loved ones to a special festive gift or treat yourself . Enter our charity raffle (The Rainbow Trust) to win handmade goodies, enjoy a relaxing cuppa and cake in the SNOW QUEENS CANTEEN with Green cuisine and support your local community!

Edwardian Christmas

Bateman’s 30th November – 23rd December, 11.00am – 3.30pm It is the night before Christmas and the Kipling family are out for the evening and the servants are adding the finishing festive touches in readiness for

7th December Buy great local food, gifts, crafts and support charity fundraisers. Festive Music, Carol singing, Children’s rides & Sideshows.

Open Evening

The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux 13rd December 6.30-11pm Look out for shooting stars associated with the Geminids meteor shower and observe the universe through the centre’s giant historic telescopes (weather permitting). Also available are smaller, modern telescopes operated by a local astronomy society, who are always keen to answer questions about the cosmos. As with a daytime visit, all the hands-on science exhibits are available as usual, but bathed in red light so as not to interfere with night vision needed for astronomical observing. Normal admission prices apply. No booking is required. www.the-observatory.org

Broadwater Community Christmas Festival

Worthing 13th December Broadwater Parish Church invites you to join them for mulled wine & mince pies, a live nativity scene, carol singing, entertainment, stalls, puppet show and live music.

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Goring-By-Sea, Worthing 5th Dec – 8th Dec There will be in excess of 50 Christmas Trees on display.

Eastbourne Town Centre 6th December, Little Christmas returns to Little Chelsea in this traditional evening street event. Enjoy carol singing music and entertainment whilst browsing the quaint market stalls for those well needed Christmas gifts.

Indulge in some festive food with hog roast and roasted chestnuts and for the kids there’s plenty of childrens funfair rides. Enjoy late night shopping and Christmas street market (South Street will be closed to traffic).

The Magic of Christmas

Fishers Farm Park From 7th December Imagine walking through a sparkling winter wonderland, the warm scent of mulled wine dancing on the air, a soft lull of those classic Christmas carols and sleigh bells gently ringing. Children gliding across an ice rink or sliding down a toboggan run with flushed winter cheeks. A magical winding pathway, with an array of twinkling lights, guides you towards a cosy log fire in Father Christmas’s festive grotto... sound exciting? Well this is only a small part of the spectacular experience that awaits you this December at Fishers Adventure Farm Park’s ‘The Magic of Christmas’.

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Shoreham Christmas Festival

Shoreham-by-Sea 13th December Come and enjoy late night Christmas Shopping in Shoreham-by-Sea with fun and festivities.

“Our Space” - Christmas Celebration

Worthing 14th December A very special multi-sensory celebration aimed at children with additional/special needs and their families. Bring the whole family for a welcoming, fun filled and relaxing sensory experience.

‘Aladdin’ – The Family Pantomime!

Fishers Farm Park 14th & 15th Dec, 20th – 24th Dec Packed with songs, slapstick, silliness and fairytale magic - the enchanting and spellbinding annual Pantomime (this year ‘Aladdin’) combines spectacular scenery, music & songs, jokes galore, fantasy and sparkle…

Christmas Special Miniature Steam Running Day Field Place, Worthing

15th December Father Christmas will be visiting Field Place again this year. Meet Santa and have a miniature steam train ride.

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Santas by the Sea

Worthing 15th December Worthing’s first Santas by the Sea event to raise money for the British Heart Foundation is a fun event for everyone. Join us to run, walk or jog 1 or 3 miles along the safety of the promenade.

Christmas Day Concert with Eastbourne Silver Band Redoubt Fortress & Military Museum

25th Dec, 10.45am – 12.15pm A popular and longstanding tradition, Eastbourne Silver Band under the directorship of Geoff Broom entertains you with 90 minutes of festive tunes on Christmas Day.Come along and get into the festive spirit as locals and holidaymakers alike sing carols and favourite yuletide hits, to the sound of one of Eastbourne’s most prestigious bands.

Boxing Day Concert with Ray Campbell Dance Band Redoubt Fortress & Military Museum

26th Dec, 11.00am – 12.30pm The popular and longstanding tradition of our FREE Boxing Day Dance Concert.The Ray Campbell Dance Band play a range of party hits, family favourites and festive tunes with a party atmosphere guaranteed to get you in the dancing mood. Plus there’s always the opportunity for the more hardy to take a festive dip in the sea!

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